Max Weder, General Attorney in the United States
Over 43 years of legal practice · focused on General, IRS, and Tax · 4.4/5 rating from 1 verified client review
CounselatDLA Piper (Canada) LLP
Practicing general since 1983.
- 43+
- Years practicing
- 4.4 ★
- 1 client review
- 1
- Bar admission
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Quick answer
Max Weder is a counsel based in Vancouver, BC. The practice focuses on General, IRS, and Tax. Max has over 43 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at DLA Piper (Canada) LLP. Rated 4.4 out of 5 from 1 client review.
- Based in
- Vancouver, BC
- Experience
- over 43 years
- Known for
- General · IRS · Tax
- Handles General, IRS, and Tax matters from Vancouver, BC.
- Over 43 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
- Recognized with BV Distinguished.
About Max Weder: Max Weder is a counsel based in Vancouver, BC. The practice focuses on General, IRS, and Tax. Max has over 43 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at DLA Piper (Canada) LLP. Rated 4.4 out of 5 from 1 client review.
Areas of practice
Legal matters Max takes on
Max concentrates on general, irs, and tax. Each area below outlines the kind of case Max handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
General cases nationwide
Max takes general matters nationwide. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Max agrees to represent you.
IRS cases nationwide
Max takes irs matters nationwide. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Max agrees to represent you.
Tax cases nationwide
Max takes tax matters nationwide. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Max agrees to represent you.
Biography
Meet Max Weder — general lawyer in the U.S.
Max Weder is a counsel based in Vancouver, BC. The practice focuses on General, IRS, and Tax. Max has over 43 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at DLA Piper (Canada) LLP. Rated 4.4 out of 5 from 1 client review.
Max Weder is a lawyer practicing tax, transactional tax planning, tax controversy and disputes and 1 other area of law. Max received a B.A. degree from Acadia University in 1979, and has been licensed for 43 years. Max practices at DLA Piper (Canada) LLP in Vancouver, BC.
Max's approach to general cases
Max Weder is a lawyer practicing tax, transactional tax planning, tax controversy and disputes and 1 other area of law. Max received a B.A. degree from Acadia University in 1979, and has been licensed for 43 years. Max practices at DLA Piper (Canada) LLP in Vancouver, BC.
The kind of cases Max takes
Max reviews new inquiries case-by-case for general, irs, and tax matters in the United States.
Credentials
Education, bar admissions, and languages
McGill University
LL.B. · 1982
Acadia University
B.A. · 1979
Jurisdictions
Max's state bar admissions
British Columbia
1983 · ACTIVE
Max studied at LL.B. in McGill University and B.A. in Acadia University.
Law school and academic background
Max completed LL.B. in McGill University and B.A. in Acadia University. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Max runs in the state is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Recognition
Recognition and thought leadership
Max has received 1 formal recognition from bar associations, industry bodies, and peer-review services.
BV Distinguished
Legal awards and honors
BV Distinguished.
Affiliations
Max's professional memberships and bar associations
Memberships •Member, Canadian Tax Foundation Former Governor, 2006-2008 •Member, Federal Court and Federal Court of Appeal Bench and Bar Liaison Committee, 2009
membership
Locations
Max Weder's office in Vancouver
Max's primary office is at Park Place, 2800 - 666 Burrard Street, Vancouver, BC, V6C 2Z7. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
DLA Piper (Canada) LLP
Park Place, 2800 - 666 Burrard Street
Vancouver, BC V6C 2Z7
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Client reviews of Max Weder — 4.4/5 rating from 1 verified client review
Every review below is from a verified client of Max. Reviews cover communication, case outcome, and value — the three signals that matter most when comparing general attorneys in your area.
4.4
1 client review
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How to hire Max Weder — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new general attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Max usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
Max charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Max's office.
What to bring to your first meeting
Bring any documents you already have — police reports, medical records, filed pleadings, correspondence from an insurer, a copy of the contract at issue. If you're not sure, err on the side of bringing everything; Max will tell you what matters and what doesn't.
Questions to ask a general attorney in your state
A short list to run through before you commit: How many general matters have you handled in the last year? What's your fee structure? Who else in the office will work on this? What's your realistic estimate of timeline and range of outcomes? How do I reach you between meetings?
Fees & payment
Fees, payment methods, and consultation options for Max
Max discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in general practice — ask which fits.
Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options
Every general matter is priced differently. Simple document review might be a flat fee. Injury litigation is often contingency. Complex commercial disputes usually run hourly with a retainer. Max confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
Max's office accepts standard payment methods. Ask about payment plans if the retainer is a stretch — many general practices work with clients on structured schedules.
Frequently asked
Frequently asked questions about Max Weder
How much does it cost to hire Max for a general case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Max walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does Max offer a free consultation?
Max charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Max's office. Some general attorneys offer free consults — check Max's current terms during booking.
How long do general cases in this state typically take?
Simple general matters can wrap in a few weeks; disputed cases can run 6–18 months from intake to resolution, longer if the matter goes to trial. Max gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can Max take my case if I'm outside the area?
Max evaluates matters case by case. If the venue is outside Max's regular jurisdictions, the intake call will confirm whether direct representation or a referral makes more sense.
What should I bring to my first meeting with Max?
Bring every document that touches the dispute: contracts, correspondence, police or medical reports, filed pleadings, invoices, photographs, insurance letters. Also bring a written timeline of what happened, in your own words. Max will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is Max accepting new general clients right now?
Max's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.